The goal of Miami Beach Gay Pride is to bring together members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered community, their families, friends, and allies, and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of the LGBT community. Established by Miami Beach Mayor, Matti Bower, as an initiative of the Miami Beach Gay Business Development Council, Miami Beach Gay Pride is a not-for-profit organization that produces free, safe, quality mass-appeal events that are open to all, and that includes a Parade, Festival, Expo, and adjunct, officially sanctioned Miami Beach Gay Pride events.